Azure Releases
Microsoft Azure updates and Terraform AzureRM provider. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.
Tracking 421 Azure releases · Updated
- Azure Updates azuregaengineerazure-cosmos-db ·
SQL MCP Server for Azure Updates is Generally Available
SQL MCP Server, which enables AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates, has been fully released and is production-ready for all Azure customers. This feature allows users to stay informed about Azure product and feature updates. It is now available in all Azure regions, following a limited development offering and a public preview stage.
feature announcement - Terraform AzureRM Provider Releases terraforminfraazuregadeprecationengineer ·
Terraform Azure Provider v4.77.0: New resources, enhancements, and fixes
Terraform-provider-azurerm version 4.77.0 introduces two new resources for Key Vault and Web PubSub custom domains, alongside several enhancements and bug fixes. Key changes include deprecations for storage account name properties in favor of IDs, and fixes for issues related to SKU changes and IP address validation. This release impacts users managing Azure resources via Terraform, particularly those working with storage, machine learning, and network configurations.
feature patch - Azure Updates securityazuregaengineerazure-sqlazure-entra ·
Microsoft Entra server principals now generally available for Azure SQL Database
Microsoft Entra server principals are now generally available for Azure SQL Database, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature enhances cloud investment decisions by providing the latest product and feature information. It is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
GitHub Copilot Agent Mode for SSMS in Public Preview
GitHub Copilot is now available in public preview with agent mode for SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). This feature allows AI-powered discovery of Azure updates, helping users stay informed about Azure products and features. It is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineer ·
Azure PostgreSQL Hub Generally Available for Developers
Azure PostgreSQL Hub is now generally available, offering developers AI-powered discovery of Azure updates via the Microsoft Release Communications server. This aims to help users stay informed about cloud investments and product enhancements. It is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers, with previous limited and preview stages now concluded.
announcement feature - Azure Updates securityazurepreviewengineerazure-entra ·
Azure Managed Redis adds Entra ID RBAC for data management in preview
Azure Managed Redis is now available in public preview with Entra ID-based Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for data management. This feature enhances security and simplifies access management for Redis data plane operations. It is currently available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazurega ·
Azure Database for PostgreSQL: General Availability for Maintenance Control
Maintenance control for Azure Database for PostgreSQL is now generally available, allowing users to reschedule and apply updates on demand. This feature enhances control over database maintenance windows, crucial for minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity. The update is available to all Azure customers for production use, offering flexibility beyond previous limited or preview stages. Users can now view and download maintenance details for better planning.
feature patch - Azure Updates infraazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Site Recovery adds NVMe controller support for Linux VMs (preview)
Azure Site Recovery now supports Linux Azure VMs with NVMe disk controllers in public preview, enhancing disaster recovery capabilities for specific workloads. This feature is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing. This expansion is crucial for workloads that utilize high-performance NVMe drives, offering improved data protection.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Microsoft Foundry agent security features preview in Defender for Cloud
Microsoft Foundry agent security capabilities within Microsoft Defender for Cloud are moving to a Microsoft Agent 365 license and are now in public preview. This transition enables AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates to help customers manage their cloud investments effectively. While currently available for non-production testing, users can subscribe for notifications to stay informed about broader availability. The announcement also directs users to the Azure Blog for security solutions and community support channels.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Premium SSD v2 disks available on non-zonal VMs
Premium SSD v2 disks are now generally available for non-zonal Azure Virtual Machines, enabling enhanced performance for demanding workloads. This expansion provides greater flexibility and efficiency for users managing critical applications. The feature is now production-ready for all Azure customers. Additional resources and community support are available.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Azure NC RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server VMs Now Generally Available
Azure has launched its NC RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition v6 Series Virtual Machines, making them generally available for all customers. This release enables AI-powered discovery of Azure updates and supports cloud investment needs. While currently available for production use, some features may still be in limited offering for select customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Updates AI-Powered Discovery Now in Preview
Microsoft is releasing a new AI-powered discovery feature for Azure Updates, leveraging the Microsoft Release Communications server. This feature helps users find relevant updates for Azure products and features, aiding cloud investment decisions. It is currently available in preview for all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreview ·
Azure Guest RDMA Private Preview for AI Discovery
Azure is introducing a private preview of Guest RDMA on Azure Boost, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature aims to help users stay informed about Azure products and features, meeting their cloud investment needs. Currently in limited offering for select customers for non-production testing, it will eventually be available to all Azure customers. Users can subscribe to notifications for continued updates.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Public Preview: Voice sync for avatar support in Voice Live API
Microsoft Foundry's Voice Live API now supports voice synchronization for avatars in public preview. This feature enables more dynamic and engaging avatar-based communication powered by AI. It is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Migrate adds Azure Files assessments
Azure Migrate now offers AI-powered assessments for Azure Files, enabling users to discover and manage updates for their cloud investments. This feature, now generally available worldwide, helps users stay informed about Azure product and feature enhancements. The release is fully production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Azure Updates AI-powered Discovery Generally Available
Azure Monitor now supports AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server, helping users stay informed about product and feature changes. This feature, now fully released and production-ready, is available to all Azure customers. Users can subscribe to notifications for continued updates and can access additional resources via the Azure blog and community forums.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure AI Pipelines available in preview
Azure AI pipelines are now available in public preview, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via Microsoft Release Communications. This feature allows customers to find the latest updates on Azure products and features relevant to their cloud investments. The preview is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing, with a fully released version planned for production.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregapreviewengineer ·
Microsoft Discovery for Azure Updates is Generally Available
Microsoft Discovery, an AI-powered service for Azure Updates, has reached General Availability (GA). This feature enables users to discover the latest updates on Azure products and features to support cloud investment needs. It is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers. Additional resources include the Microsoft Azure Blog, community support, and a feedback channel.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineerazure-sql ·
Azure SQL integration with Foundry IQ for AI-powered discovery
Azure SQL can now be used as a knowledge source within Foundry IQ, enabling AI-driven discovery of Azure Updates and product information. This feature, currently in public preview, allows users to stay informed about cloud investment needs and access the latest updates on Azure products and features. The integration aims to streamline the process of understanding and leveraging Azure's evolving capabilities for cloud users.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineerazure-openai ·
APIM Support for Foundry Models in Azure AI Search (Preview)
Azure AI Search now supports Foundry models, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via Microsoft Release Communications. This preview feature allows all Azure customers to use it for non-production testing, enhancing cloud investment decisions. The integration aims to provide more dynamic and intelligent ways to track Azure product updates.
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